StandUp News
Welcoming Heather as DC’s New Executive Director
StandUp for Kids - Washington, DC
Our Washington, DC program welcomed its new executive director this May. Taking over the reins from the incredible Josh Blum, Heather Holmes brings a wealth of experience and vision. This is the highest volunteer role one can have at the local level to help ...
Remembering Chloe
StandUp for Kids - Orange County
“She cared about every single person - especially the people who had it the hardest.”
“The most energetic, stubborn, artistic person I knew.”
“Everybody loved her.”
“Little artistic hustler selling her art around ...
Natalie’s Journey out of Darkness and into the Light
StandUp for Kids - Orange County
Natalie, a current California State University student, is graduating with a degree in Theater and American Studies under the Arts and Education umbrella. She has always had a passion for expressing her abilities through her vocal and musical talents. The arts ...
Cold Calling to End Youth Homelessness, One Life at a Time
StandUp for Kids - Orange County
The term “cold calling” can bring up feelings of annoyance – we’ve all been on the receiving end of less-than-pleasant interactions with telemarketers – as well as dread for the person making the call. I’m Geno, and as an intern with StandUp for Kids, part of ...